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Sunday, April 28, 2024 @ 11 am
MORNING WORSHIP
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Celebrating Arbor Day
Sermon - "Fulfill the Law"
Scripture - Matthew 5:17-20
Rev. Brandon Davis, Pastor
both in-person and on YouTube or Facebook
WAPC Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgI_BKUlZH70GzG90xIQ1xA Comments: We have set our YouTube channel to accept comments. If you are viewing, we ask that you say hello or to let us know you are there so we can count you as part of our attendance.
Karen Clark - Elder of the Month of April
Dick Lura -Elder of the Month of May
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SPECIAL NEWS AND INFORMATION | |
SERMON NOTES
Jesus recognized the crowds of people following. Jesus recognized that there was a need from the people. They have come from all around the Ancient Near East to be near to what Jesus was doing. So he takes them up the mountain, takes his seat as teacher, and opens his mouth to declare the glory of God’s Kingdom. In that kingdom, you are blessed. But you are also called to more. To be the salt and the light. However, what happens when a new teacher arrives on the scene? Rumors begin to fly that he is changing God’s law. Jesus addresses those accusations next. So join us this week as we continue to hear the Good News from the Sermon on the Mount.
Yours in Christ
Brandon
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ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS | |
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The class as decided that their next book to discuss will be Elaine Pagel's, The Gnostic Gospels, a provocative study of the gnostic gospels and the world of early Christianity as revealed through the Nag Hammadi texts. They hope to begin this book on Sunday, March 3rd.
The class meets in the Poteat Library at 10 am. If you wish to join the class there is always room for one more.
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NEW GROUP - ATTENTION CREATIVE PEOPLE!
There's a new WAPC group forming called INTERPRETATIONS.
Have you been wanting to make some art, but need some inspiration or maybe some motivation in the form of a deadline? We've got both. Each month a prompt will be provided, based on a Biblical story, verse or theme. You may interpret the prompt in whatever form or medium you choose - drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, fiber. It could even be music or poetry. After receiving the prompt, you will have a month to create. We will then meet together at the church to share and discuss our interpretations. No experience necessary!
Stay tuned for announcement of our first prompt and meeting date.
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ARBOR DAY
Last year, the session made a decision to cut down the large tree in front of our building. The contract from the tree service was in hand and was a mere day or so from being signed. But then something changed. Momentum built up in a few members that wanted to attempt to rehabilitate and save the tree. So over the last year, we have had tests and treatments done to the tree. It is unclear at this moment if the damage has been reversed, but by judging the leaves sprouting, I would say that the damage has at least lessened. But similar to the way that we are honoring God’s creation of the 21st, we will be observing National Arbor Day on the 28th. On this day, we will honor the tree that we are attempting to restore as well as all the ways that trees and God’s providence provide for us!
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THE DIFFERENT SEASONS OF OUR BEAUTIFUL TREE | |
LUNCH BUNCH / FOOD NEWS FOR MAY | |
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April 28 - Fellowship Potluck Lunch
May 5 - Cafe Lola (signup sheet for 14 persons)
May 12 - White Duck Taco
May 19 - Pentecost Fellowship Potluck Lunch
May 26 - Hachimi Japanese Cuisine|
A SUMMER (June-July-August) SCHEDULE OF ALL LUNCH BUNCH LOCATIONS WILL BE POSTED ON THE BULLETIN BOARD SOON.
IF ANYONE HAS SUGGESTIONS FOR OTHER DINING VENUES, PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE TO ADD THEM TO OUR LUNCH ROTATION. THANKS.
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HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE MONTH (noted when online)
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please note: Constant Contact is having various technical issues, including run-on items; i have worked around most issues, but cannot fix others. I have notified the company several times and they are well aware of the problems. | |
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Sunday, April 28, 2024
10 am Adult Sunday School reading "The Gnostic Gospels," by Elaine Pagels
11 am Morning Worship, Rev. Brandon Davis, Pastor (in-person YouTube / Facebook)
12:15 pm Fellowship Potluck Lunch
Monday, April 29, 2024
6 pm Weekly Bible Study (in Conference Room)
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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
4 pm Meditation Circle (via Zoom)
6 pm Chancel Choir rehearsal
Thursday, May 2, 2024
10 am PW meeting (tentatively at the church)
Sunday, May 5, 2024
10 am Adult Sunday School reading "The Gnostic Gospels," by Elaine Pagels
11 am Morning Worship, Rev. Brandon Davis, Pastor (in-person YouTube / Facebook)
12:30 pm Lunch Bunch @ Cafe Lola (signup sheet for 14 persons on bulletin board)
Monday, May 6, 2024
6 pm Weekly Bible Study (in Conference Room)
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
10 am Holston Presbytery Meeting at Jonesborough Presbyterian Church
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Wednesday, May 8, 2024
4 pm Meditation Circle (via Zoom)
6 pm Chancel Choir rehearsal
Saturday, May 11, 2024
9 am Stewards of Creation / plant distribution
Sunday, May 12, 2024 - Mother's Day
10 am Adult Sunday School reading "The Gnostic Gospels," by Elaine Pagels
11 am Morning Worship, Rev. Brandon Davis, Pastor (in-person YouTube / Facebook)
12:30 pm Lunch Bunch @ White Duck Taco
Monday, May 13, 2024
6 pm Weekly Bible Study (in Conference Room)
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Tuesday, May 14, 2024
6 pm Session Meeting
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024
4 pm Meditation Circle (via Zoom)
6 pm Chancel Choir rehearsal
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Saturday, May 18, 2024
1 - 4 pm Holston Presbytery special Elder training session
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Sunday, May 19, 2024 - Pentecost
10 am Adult Sunday School reading "The Gnostic Gospels," by Elaine Pagels
11 am Morning Worship, Rev. Brandon Davis, Pastor (in-person YouTube / Facebook)
12:15 pm Pentecost Fellowship Potluck Lunch
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Monday, May 20, 2024
6 pm Weekly Bible Study (in Conference Room)
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Wednesday, May 22, 2024
4 pm Meditation Circle (via Zoom)
6 pm Chancel Choir rehearsal
Sunday, May 26, 2024
10 am Adult Sunday School reading "The Gnostic Gospels," by Elaine Pagels
11 am Morning Worship, Rev. Brandon Davis, Pastor (in-person YouTube / Facebook)
12:30 pm Lunch Bunch @ Hachimi Japanese Cuisine
Monday, May 27, 2024 - Memorial Day
6 pm Weekly Bible Study (in Conference Room)
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
4 pm Meditation Circle (via Zoom)
6 pm Chancel Choir rehearsal
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April Elder of the Month - Karen Clark
May Elder of the Month - Dick Lura
Upcoming Session meeting - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 @ 6 pm
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[2024 Annual Budget - $ 177,600
Budget through April 26, Week #16 ($55,784)
Receipts $ 87,563.91
Disbursements - $ 52,361.54
Balance $ 35,202.37
Our next special offering will be the Pentecost Offering to be taken
on Sunday, May 19, 2024.
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The Pentecost Offering unites us in a church wide effort to support young people in Christ and inspire them to share their faith, ideas, and unique gifts with the church and the world. Pease give generously, | |
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APRIL BIRTHDAYS
April 25 - Rev. Maggie Lauterer
MAY BIRTHDAYS
May 1 - Wayne Bailey & Stephen Shanks
My 6 - Sally Gerhardt
My 10 - Barbara Bishop Bowie
May 17 - Sallie Lagle Morris
My 18 - Jo Rolling & Megan Turner
May 21 - Terry Beckman
May 26 - Marcia Songer & May Votawr
MAY ANNIVERSARIES
May 2 - Daniel & Caitlin (Bailey) Smith (2015)
May 16 - Brian Bonfardin & Virginia Farr (1987)
May 21 - Matthew & Karen (Reed) Clark (1983)
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THE 2024 FLOWER LIST IS AVAILABLE ON THE BULLETIN BOARD IN THE SIDE ENTRY | |
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THOUGHTS & PRAYERS
For Friends and Family
Karen Martin's friend, Samatha Colgate-Clark; Nancy Spahr; Michelle Browning's friends and co-workers, Jay and Bevi; Sue Sheffield's friend, Charlotte Woody (hospice); Marat Moore; Camilla Lyle's brother, Jeff McFee; Sue Shanks' college roommate, Sue Trevathan; Jeff Morris; Alynda Worrell-Welch’s mother-in-law, Shelly Welch; George, Jo & Nikki Rolling; Jonathan Sharp; Don Loughry; Rev. Maggie Lauterer; Sarah Suptin; Kelly Hodges.; Heather Hughes; Edna Campbell.
Prayers for Others
Continue to pray for the people in Ukraine as they continue their fight against the Russian Invasion. For the ongoing humanitarian emergency between Israel and the Palestinians of Gaza. New emergencies include: flooding in South Sudan, Indonesia, Kazakhstan and Russia; droughts in South Africa and Central America; continued seismic activity in Hualien province, Taiwan; severe weather and heavy rain in Dominican Republic; Ecuador and Paraguay; heavy hail in Croatia, Serbia and Bulgaria; severe winds in Greenland, Turkey and Kazakhstan; volcanic eruption of Mount Ruang in North Sulawesi, Indonesia
and continued volcanic activity in Iceland along the Reykjanes Peninsula. Prayers for U.S. troops and migrants seeking refuge along the southern U.S. border. And especially prayers for our nation and for strength, endurance, faith and courage for all.
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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT,
CHECK OUT THE POTEAT LIBRARY
| NOTE: Please remember that you are welcome to drop by the church library if you are looking for something new to read. We ask that you to sign out any books on the register sheet found on the file cabinet in the corner with the call #, book title, your name and date checked out. The white book cart inside the library has new titles. There is also an orange book cart in the Heritage Room that has books free for the taking. Come and browse. | |
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Traveling Light: Releasing the Burdens You Were Never Intended to Bear
By Max Lucado
(242/LUC)
From beloved award-winning author Max Lucado comes Traveling Light, refreshing words wrapped around the biblical passages of the 23rd Psalm to reenergize weary spiritual travelers. In his inimitable, pastoral voice that both soothes and exhorts, Lucado gently unpacks the verses of the psalm while helping readers lay down the burdens of doubt, anxiety, perfectionism, and fear. "You can't enjoy a journey carrying so much stuff," Lucado writes. "Why don't you just drop all that luggage?"
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Lucado mixes personal transparency with his trademark humor, offering uncomplicated counsel. Change your focus. Make time for rest. Know you are not alone. Be humble. Trust God. It's only when we set down our "luggage" and let God carry it for us, says Lucado, that we are free to share grace, offer comfort, and help lift the load of others. As you read Lucado's words and work through the study questions, you'll find your own load feeling a little lighter. | |
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Congregational Concerns / Prayer Requests - Please contact the church office or Sherry Bailey.
Flower List - Sign up to sponsor flowers for our weekly worship services in honor or in memory of loved ones. Arrangements are $65 each.
e-Avenue deadline - Please submit information to church office ( office@wataugapc.org or 926-7942) for the June 2024 issue of the e-AVENUE no later than Thursday, April 18th. This includes team and committee reports, news, planned events and other newsworthy items.
Facebook - Please remember to friend and follow our Watauga Avenue Presbyterian Church Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/Watauga-Avenue-Presbyterian-Church-94712920937/ ]. All news and events will be reported there.
Photos needed - We welcome contributions to our Facebook page via your comments and photos of church events and activities. Please also submit your photos to the church office for archiving. It will be wonderful to have a visual record of all of the positive things that Watauga Avenue Presbyterian Church does for our community.
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Established 27 September 1892, Watauga Avenue Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Church of Jesus Christ. Reformed in theology and Presbyterian by way of organization, it is related to Holston Presbytery, the Synod of Living Waters, and to the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
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